ABOUT THE HYPE
Rob Stone (Guitar and Vocals) - Rob is an accomplished singer with a unique voice and also a versatile guitar player. He has been actively playing live for around ten years in a number of original bands, covers outfits and even solo, and has entertained many venues, from tiny pubs to the 'V festival'. Rob is also an accomplished producer and programmer with an extensive technical knowledge of music editing software. As the vibrant frontman of The Hype Rob never fails to entertain the crowds!!
Jonathan Dear (Bass and Vocals) - Jonathan dear is a classically trained multi instrumentalist with a large amount of recording and performance experience within a large range of musical genres from free jazz to metal. From a young age he was performing recitals and competing in prestigious London music festivals winning a number of awards. Jonathan has experience sessioning for a number of artists and bands in the south east of England such as accompanying prize winning ensembles, performing and recording singles and music videos with previous TVT signed act 'A Cult Called Karrianna' and has worked with Polydor managed act Andrew Gray. Jonathan has gigged extensively in the south of England within venues such as the Islington Academy performing alongside members from bands such as 'Go Audio', 'Tonight is Goodbye' and 'Snow Patrol' as well as performing in pit bands for musicals, including Les Miserables and Godspell.
Rob Shaw (Drums and Vocals) - Rob is an exciting and versatile drummer with a wealth of live experience playing in all styles ranging from Motown to Metal! He has performed with some of Britain's most talented up and coming acts from the biggest record labels around. Having played on the same stages as top recording artists like Duffy, Justin Timberlake, Metallica, Bob Dylan and Feeder, he has proven his skills at some of the countries most notorious and respected venues. Rob loves what he does and he wants to come and entertain you!
Because The Hype are a 3 piece band they are ideal for venues with smaller performance areas or those on a tighter budget - but, who do not want to compromise on quality!
The perfect band for Weddings, Parties and Corporate Events, why not let The Hype make your event a huge success like they already have for hundreds of previous customers all over the UK!
When it comes to playing fun exciting music, there can be only one choice... The Hype!